Marc Leibowitz, co-owner of the venue, said that any music genre can generate problems and that many local rap concerts have been held at the Benson nightclub without a hitch. But the nature and chemistry of a local rap showcase — as was scheduled Aug. 8 — is inherently "stressful," he said.
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A Pulitzer-winning script, performances and other details make the show an excellent (if hard to watch) season-opener.
